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For the American writer, see Lawrence Block

Larry Block
Born(1942-10-30)October 30, 1942
New York City, New York
DiedOctober 7, 2012(2012-10-07) (aged 69)
New York City, New York
NationalityAmerican
OccupationActor
Years active1971–2012
SpouseJolly
Children
  • Zachary
  • Zoe
RelativesKenneth (brother)

Lawrence Joel "Larry" Block (October 30, 1942 – October 7, 2012) was an American radio, TV, film and theater actor. In 1971, Block appeared on Sesame Street as Tom, who worked at Hooper's Store. Block also had a brief appearances in the films Slap Shot (1977) and Don't Say a Word (2001), alongside Michael Douglas and Brittany Murphy.

He was a regular character on Joe Frank's radio program Work In Progress on KCRW. He was prominently featured in telephone conversations with Frank, such as those in the "Karma" series.[1]

Block was born in New York City, the son of Sonia (Kutcher), a travel agent, and Harold Block, who worked in the garment industry.[2]

Death

Block died on October 7, 2012, three weeks before his 70th birthday. He is survived by his wife Jolly, children Zachary and Zoe, and brother Kenneth.[3]

Filmography

Films
Television

References

  1. ^ jfwiki.org: Larry Block's appearances on Joe Frank's radio program
  2. ^ http://www.filmreference.com/film/55/Larry-Block.html
  3. ^ legacy.com: Larry Block obituary (New York Times), October 10, 2012
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